Satyen Kini

From a business standpoint, treat it like a cloud kitchen for babies:1. Register your home kitchen under FSSAI. 2. Decide whether to deliver daily fresh food or ready-to-cook mixes. 3. Partner with pediatricians for referrals. 4. Build a subscription model (e.g., weekly or monthly baby meal packs). There’s strong demand but also high responsibility, so compliance and trust must be top priorities.

The housekeeping services sector is growing with demand from offices, gated societies, and hotels. Steps:1. Decide Service Model – Residential maids, office cleaning, or specialized deep cleaning. 2. Legal Setup – Register a company, get GST, and comply with labour laws. 3. Recruitment – Hire and train staff in cleaning, etiquette, and safety. 4. Packages – Offer subscription models (weekly, monthly) to ensure recurring revenue. 5. Marketing – Tie-up with real estate companies, list on UrbanClap/Justdial, and run local ads. Initial investment can start at ₹2–4 lakhs mainly for staff, equipment, and branding.

Starting a mobile accessories shop in India can be profitable because of the massive smartphone adoption. Here’s a practical roadmap:1. Market Research – Identify demand for items like phone covers, tempered glass, Bluetooth earphones, chargers, and smart wearables. 2. Location – A shop near colleges, markets, or IT hubs tends to get higher walk-ins. 3. Legal Setup – Register under GST (mandatory once turnover crosses ₹40L) and get a Shop & Establishment license. 4. Suppliers – Source from wholesale markets such as Gaffar Market (Delhi), Lamington Road (Mumbai), or online B2B portals like IndiaMART. 5. Investment – You can start small with around ₹2–5 lakhs for rent, stock, and fixtures. 6. Promotion – Use social media ads, collaborate with local repair shops, and give combo discounts to attract first-time buyers.👉 For more details, you can check this small business guide.

I supply edible flowers to cafes in Pune. The real trick is logistics. Flowers are delicate and have a very short shelf life. You’ll need:- A reliable cold storage or refrigerated transport option. - Strong relationships with 4–5 regular buyers instead of depending on random walk-ins. - Experiment with drying flowers for teas and garnishes. That extends shelf life and opens up online sales. Once you secure even 3 steady clients, the business becomes sustainable.

I’ve been running a small zero-waste corner in Hyderabad. My advice:- Start with pop-up stalls in farmers’ markets before opening a full shop. - Focus on 15–20 high-demand sustainable items first. - Collaborate with NGOs or green clubs for awareness. The challenge is that not everyone is ready to change habits, so expect slow but steady growth.

A zero-waste store sells groceries and daily-use items without plastic packaging. Steps to get started:1. Concept & Planning – Decide your product range: grains, pulses, soaps, bamboo toothbrushes, etc. 2. Supply Chain – Partner with organic farmers and eco-friendly product makers. 3. Store Setup – Use refill stations, jars, and cloth bags instead of plastic. 4. Licensing – Register under GST and FSSAI (if selling food). 5. Awareness – Educate customers about bringing their own containers. These stores work best in urban areas with eco-conscious consumers. Initial setup cost: ₹8–15 lakhs.